Brian Hames, M.S. , Cpre Email & Phone Number

Bend, Oregon, United States

San Jose, California

Gilroy, California

• Developed,coordinated and managed community programs such as Late Night Gym and Party in The Park, Afterschool Programs, Lunadas, Community Resotrative Justice Circles, Fitness Programs and More. • Developed and implemented program goals,objectives and outcome measurements.• Managed 1.5 Million dollar grant budget• Managed contracts for 15 Non-Profit partner and valuated proposals for possible related funding contracts as required• Conducted community consultations, engagements and maintained relationships.• Created and maintained all essential file statistics and preparation of related reports.• Planned, developed and managed budget, fulfilling relevant financial and contractual requirements.

San Jose, California

Plans, coordinates, conducts, and evaluates leisure and cultural events and human services for children and youth, seniors, and/or special populations.Interacts with citizens, community groups, and agencies such as schools, the probation department, police department, community-based organizations, and other recreation departments to identify and determine the leisure and human service needs of the population being served. Plans, monitors, and distributes budget resources to specific activities, events, programs, or projects. Participates in the preparation of the budget. Secures supplies and equipment for programs. Participates in the development of resources through fund-raising, solicitations, and co-sponsorships; initiate grant proposals Recruits, supervises, and trains part-time staff and volunteers. Evaluates the performance of staff. Maintains financial records of fees collected; prepares reports, . Negotiate contracts, fees, and facilities to provide special interest programs for children and youth, seniors, and/or disabled. Plans, coordinates, and conducts special cultural activities, including festivals, concerts, recitals, dramas, and other fine arts programs. Interacts with community groups and agencies to identify and determine leisure needs and interests of the special population being served. Provides information and referrals to the community regarding programs available, including developing and disseminating publicity through all forms of media. Establishes recreation classes, including negotiating and contracting with instructors, setting class fees and charges, acquiring adequate facilities, and evaluating programs and classes.

San Jose, California

Develop and implement a job readiness and training program for hundreds of gang impacted youth from gang hot spots in the greater San Jose area. Partner with local non profit agencies and businesses to offer youth an employment opportunity.

San Jose Ca

• Manage event logistics for private and corporate events. Plan and manage large-scale events for private and corporate events; Manage logistics of vendors and caters, schedule security for event, open and close facility; Maintain event calendar; Prepare pre- and post-event budget summary; Responsible for pre-event signage; Coordinate A/V needs; Sell event extras; Manage up to 10 staff on event day; Create event timelines and maps; Create and submit event fire watch protocol

Ongoing development and implementation of Museum's programs for young adolescents, including program planning and formative evaluation to ensure safe, quality educational programmingRecruited young adolescent participants, through marketing strategies and building of strong relationships with schools, teachers, and other adults who work closely with youthResponsible for youth programs budget--approx. $150,000 and a supplies, maintenance, and equipment budget of approx. $5000 for school-year programsDeveloped and maintained current database on youth participants including relevant health and safety informationDeveloped and maintained relationships with other community-based organizations also serving youthCoordinated the Summer of Service program including:Overall program responsibilityHiring and supervision of team leaders and assistantsCoordination with community service sites throughout Santa Clara CountyPurchasing of necessary equipmentRecruitment of participantsDevelopment of curricular program strandsAdministrative responsibilities for youth programs, including development and maintenance of participant registration materials and records, attendance records, and writing of relevant reports to funders.

Coordinated, Marketed, Facilitated all City of Chico Special Events

Developed quality events for corporate partners, citizens, privat parties. Developed nightclub music events. Worked with several nightclub owners and local musical talent to produce high quality events.

Masters Of Science, Recreation Management

Activities and Societies: CPRS district 4 SJSU rep.

Bachellor Of Science, Community And Comercial Recreation, Hotel Restaurant Management